Lateral Inhibition in Horseshoe Crab Ommatidia Is Mediated by the

question 66

Multiple Choice

Lateral inhibition in horseshoe crab ommatidia is mediated by the

• A) limulus.
• B) lateral geniculate.
• C) lateral neural network.
• D) amacrine layer.
• E) horizontal cell layer.

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Definitions:

Absolute Threshold

The minimum intensity of a stimulus that one can perceive, signifying the point at which a stimulus becomes noticeable to our senses.

Signal Detection

A technique or process used to identify the presence or absence of a stimulus under conditions of uncertainty.

Difference Threshold

The minimum difference in stimulation that a person can detect 50% of the time, also known as the just noticeable difference (JND).

Absolute Threshold

The minimum stimulus intensity required for detection by the senses.